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N29 UTD

2008 Mercedes-benz Ml

Silver Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

130,116 mi
Last recorded130,116 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml86,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN29 UTD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelMl
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 130,116 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

covers + shields fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2024 111,729 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 103,440 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2023 103,438 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 92,105 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 88,127 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 17 Oct 2020 88,127 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 78,123 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 66,096 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 66,096 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working side repeater (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 May 2017 59,565 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 55,465 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 48,365 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Aug 2014 44,202 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Sep 2013 39,563 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 35,532 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 30,122 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Ml?

Based on 1,172,506 MOT tests across 81,226 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
6,943
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
81,226
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 27,881
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27,032
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 22,074
Brake pipe excessively corroded 21,608
Registration plate lamp not working 19,483
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N29 UTD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml in Silver with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 86,046 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Ml fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 27,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N29 UTD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Ml typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz Ml is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N29 UTD registered?

N29 UTD is a 2008 Mercedes-benz Ml, first registered on 11 December 2008.

Is N29 UTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N29 UTD shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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